High Five Friday🖐
High school athletes traveled to Rosedale Elementary and Montezuma Elementary for 'High Five Friday' this morning! Students welcomed the elementary students into the schools with a high five! Rosedale Elementary hosted a dance party for the students in the gym.
High School Students who participated this morning included:
📣Cheerleaders - Felicity Montgomery, Ella Sampson, Tulie Boyle, Maggie Virostko, Gracie Virostko, Kenly Arney, Jaydon Shaffer, Mary-Claire Featherling
🏈Football Players - Josh Ushman, Zeke Golay, Parker Britton, Vickter Shoopman, Anthony Barfay, Zander Delp
🏃♀️Cross Country Runner - Bella Garman
Please see the flyer below from the Post Prom Committee for the 2026 Mister and Miss Football Awards. Contact Mika Gould with any questions (phone number included on the flyer).
Riverton Parke Music Department Plays at the Fontanet Bean Dinner
The Riverton Parke Music Department, under the direction of Mrs. Lauren Tully, travelled to Fontanet on Saturday, August 29th for the 2026 Annual Bean Dinner. Kevin Payton, director of the event, contacted Tully about the opportunity, and it was an easy yes. As the colors were presented at noon and the flag was raised, Music Department students played the National Anthem. A special thanks to Mr. Mike Hardesty for filling in as conductor while Tully filled in a missing part in the band.
"This is the first time the band has been asked to play at an event that wasn't at the high school. We were absolutely honored for the invitation and hope to come back year after year," said Mrs. Tully about the band's experience.
Along with the opportunity to serve the community, the band was presented with a donation to help further the band. The money will directly go towards instrument repairs, music purchases, and student fees.
Pictured at the check presentation includes (left to right): Lauren Tully (Band Director), Kevin Payton (Fontanet Bean Dinner Director), and Kaleb Payton.
The Riverton Parke Music Department, under the direction of Mrs. Lauren Tully, travelled to Fontanet on Saturday, August 29th for the 2026 Annual Bean Dinner. Kevin Payton, director of the event, contacted Tully about the opportunity, and it was an easy yes. As the colors were presented at noon and the flag was raised, Music Department students played the National Anthem. A special thanks to Mr. Mike Hardesty for filling in as conductor while Tully filled in a missing part in the band.
"This is the first time the band has been asked to play at an event that wasn't at the high school. We were absolutely honored for the invitation and hope to come back year after year," said Mrs. Tully about the band's experience.
Along with the opportunity to serve the community, the band was presented with a donation to help further the band. The money will directly go towards instrument repairs, music purchases, and student fees.
Pictured at the check presentation includes (left to right): Lauren Tully (Band Director), Kevin Payton (Fontanet Bean Dinner Director), and Kaleb Payton.
The following is a message from the Administrative and Athletic Team at Southwest Parke:
We are super excited to host community-centered events to bring our Panther Nation together and unite our amazing communities. We are hopeful for a large attendance at all home football games this year as we support our Panthers and cheer them on to victory. We are asking for your help as we protect the safety of all fans - young, old, and everyone in between.
There has been a growing number of unsupervised youth running around the football stadium during games. This becomes especially problematic near and around the concession and restroom area as this is a high traffic area for all fans. While we LOVE to see the young Panthers eager for their day on the field, we have unfortunately experienced hazards as a result of this unsupervised play. We ask that all fans attend and actively watch the game and cheer on our Panthers.
Please help us ensure that the younger Panther fans are supervised by their guardians throughout the contest. All of our mini Panthers need to refrain from playing and running near these high traffic areas of the concession stand, bleachers, and restrooms. Additionally, please keep footballs at home. We appreciate your support in ensuring safety and an enjoyable experience for all.
#GoRP
We are super excited to host community-centered events to bring our Panther Nation together and unite our amazing communities. We are hopeful for a large attendance at all home football games this year as we support our Panthers and cheer them on to victory. We are asking for your help as we protect the safety of all fans - young, old, and everyone in between.
There has been a growing number of unsupervised youth running around the football stadium during games. This becomes especially problematic near and around the concession and restroom area as this is a high traffic area for all fans. While we LOVE to see the young Panthers eager for their day on the field, we have unfortunately experienced hazards as a result of this unsupervised play. We ask that all fans attend and actively watch the game and cheer on our Panthers.
Please help us ensure that the younger Panther fans are supervised by their guardians throughout the contest. All of our mini Panthers need to refrain from playing and running near these high traffic areas of the concession stand, bleachers, and restrooms. Additionally, please keep footballs at home. We appreciate your support in ensuring safety and an enjoyable experience for all.
#GoRP
Congratulations to the newly elected Junior Class Officers!
President: Leah Malone
Vice President: Kenly Arney
Secretary: Gracie Virostko
Treasurer: Ella Sampson
The junior class sponsor is Katie Ferrari.
President: Leah Malone
Vice President: Kenly Arney
Secretary: Gracie Virostko
Treasurer: Ella Sampson
The junior class sponsor is Katie Ferrari.
Join the FFA tomorrow night for the 'Party in the FFA' Tailgate!🇺🇸
Free hot dogs and chips for all Panther fans (while supplies last)!🌭
Free star glasses and tattoos for all students (while supplies last)!⭐
Any extra Panther spirit shirts available for purchase for a $5 donation to the Food Drive!
Free hot dogs and chips for all Panther fans (while supplies last)!🌭
Free star glasses and tattoos for all students (while supplies last)!⭐
Any extra Panther spirit shirts available for purchase for a $5 donation to the Food Drive!
UPDATED Timeline for Friday's Football Game Events
Kickoff has been pushed back to 7:30 PM. All events are pushed back 30 minutes from their original start time.
Go Panthers!
Kickoff has been pushed back to 7:30 PM. All events are pushed back 30 minutes from their original start time.
Go Panthers!
Join us for the first home football game of the season this Friday vs. Fountain Central! Here's a highlight of all the activities happening:
💦Gatorade Drive
🇺🇸Party in the FFA Tailgate
👟Encouragement Project Shoe Collection
🐾Fan Bracelet Giveaway
3️⃣0️⃣Chase Bennett Jersey Retirement Ceremony
🏈Kickoff
📣Cheer Clinic Performance
💙Fountain Central Check Presentation
🎈Balloon Release in Memory of Chase Bennett
💦Gatorade Drive
🇺🇸Party in the FFA Tailgate
👟Encouragement Project Shoe Collection
🐾Fan Bracelet Giveaway
3️⃣0️⃣Chase Bennett Jersey Retirement Ceremony
🏈Kickoff
📣Cheer Clinic Performance
💙Fountain Central Check Presentation
🎈Balloon Release in Memory of Chase Bennett
August Student of the Month Spotlights - High School Edition
Last week, our August 'Students of the Month' were announced! Today, we will be shining a light on the high school students who were named August 'Students of the Month!'
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy. These awards are decided on by a team of teachers.
Congratulations to these students!
Last week, our August 'Students of the Month' were announced! Today, we will be shining a light on the high school students who were named August 'Students of the Month!'
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy. These awards are decided on by a team of teachers.
Congratulations to these students!
Balloon Release in Memory of Chase Bennett
The Riverton Parke Senior Class is sponsoring a Balloon Release at this Friday's home football game. Students can purchase balloons during lunch on Thursday and Friday for $2, or balloons can be purchased at the game for $5. All proceeds will benefit the Chase Bennett Scholarship Fund. Balloons will be released at the conclusion of the football game.
The Riverton Parke Senior Class is sponsoring a Balloon Release at this Friday's home football game. Students can purchase balloons during lunch on Thursday and Friday for $2, or balloons can be purchased at the game for $5. All proceeds will benefit the Chase Bennett Scholarship Fund. Balloons will be released at the conclusion of the football game.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will conduct public hearings related to the 2027 Budget, 2027 Capital Projects Plan, and 2027 Bus Replacement Plan on Tuesday, September 9, 2026 at 7 PM in the Riverton Parke High School Library. Following the public hearings, the Board will convene its regular monthly meeting. The public is invited to attend.
Riverton Parke Announces Fall 2026 Homecoming Court
Riverton Parke High School is gearing up for an exciting week of school spirit as members of the Fall 2026 Homecoming Court are announced. Selected by a vote of their peers within each respective class, these students will proudly represent their classmates throughout the homecoming festivities. Students in grades 9 through 12 will vote to select the Homecoming King and Queen from the senior candidates, with the winners announced during the game on Friday, September 18.
Freshmen: Isabella Frink & Ryker Passmore
Sophomores: Kalley Jukes & Trent Crowder
Juniors: Alyssa Blankenship & Ty Gould
Seniors: Cora Batty, Mary Claire Featherling, Lillian Hobson, Taylor Melvin, Milynnn Organ, Derek Collom, Joel Harrah, Nehemiah Knox, Remington Malone, Couper Kersey
Congratulations once again to all of this year's Homecoming Court nominees! We are thrilled for a fantastic homecoming week filled with school spirit and celebration. We invite the entire community to come out to the game on Friday, September 18, to cheer on the Panthers and support these outstanding student leaders!
Riverton Parke High School is gearing up for an exciting week of school spirit as members of the Fall 2026 Homecoming Court are announced. Selected by a vote of their peers within each respective class, these students will proudly represent their classmates throughout the homecoming festivities. Students in grades 9 through 12 will vote to select the Homecoming King and Queen from the senior candidates, with the winners announced during the game on Friday, September 18.
Freshmen: Isabella Frink & Ryker Passmore
Sophomores: Kalley Jukes & Trent Crowder
Juniors: Alyssa Blankenship & Ty Gould
Seniors: Cora Batty, Mary Claire Featherling, Lillian Hobson, Taylor Melvin, Milynnn Organ, Derek Collom, Joel Harrah, Nehemiah Knox, Remington Malone, Couper Kersey
Congratulations once again to all of this year's Homecoming Court nominees! We are thrilled for a fantastic homecoming week filled with school spirit and celebration. We invite the entire community to come out to the game on Friday, September 18, to cheer on the Panthers and support these outstanding student leaders!
Riverton Parke Golf Team Golf Scramble
Saturday, September 26th @ The Landing Golf Course in Terre Haute
Tee Times at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Golf Teams!
Contact Nick Kent (kentn@swparke.k12.in.us) or Claudia Overpeck (overpeckc@swparke.k12.in.us) with questions.
Saturday, September 26th @ The Landing Golf Course in Terre Haute
Tee Times at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Golf Teams!
Contact Nick Kent (kentn@swparke.k12.in.us) or Claudia Overpeck (overpeckc@swparke.k12.in.us) with questions.
August Student of the Month Spotlights - Junior High Edition
Last week, our August 'Students of the Month' were announced! Today, we will be shining a light on the junior high students who were named August 'Students of the Month!'
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy. These awards are decided on by a team of teachers.
Congratulations to these students!
Last week, our August 'Students of the Month' were announced! Today, we will be shining a light on the junior high students who were named August 'Students of the Month!'
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy. These awards are decided on by a team of teachers.
Congratulations to these students!
Parking Information for Home Varsity Football Games
Please see the map for additional parking that will be available to fans at all the Home Varsity Football Games this season. Cones and signs will mark off the designated area, and additional lighting will be provided.
Go Panthers!
Please see the map for additional parking that will be available to fans at all the Home Varsity Football Games this season. Cones and signs will mark off the designated area, and additional lighting will be provided.
Go Panthers!
Attention High School Seniors - The Lilly Endowment Scholarship application is due by September 14th! Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity provided by the Parke County Community Foundation!
Riverton Parke Athletics Schedule for August 31st - September 5th
Go Panthers!
Go Panthers!
Congratulations to the newly elected Freshmen Class Officers!
President: Aubrey Adams
Vice President: Avery Anders
Secretary: Izzy Frink
Treasurer: Addie Earley
Reporter: Payton Haltom
The Freshmen Class Sponsor is Lilly Sanders.
President: Aubrey Adams
Vice President: Avery Anders
Secretary: Izzy Frink
Treasurer: Addie Earley
Reporter: Payton Haltom
The Freshmen Class Sponsor is Lilly Sanders.
Congratulations to our August Students of the Month!
5th Grade: Jordan Holbert
6th Grade: Lilly Large
7th Grade: Edith Mrdja
8th Grade: James Hoopingerner
9th Grade: Brayden McGinnis
10th Grade: Anthony Barfay
11th Grade: Lane Cottrell
12th Grade: Joel Harrah
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy; they celebrate their SOM selection with pizza and a certificate!
5th Grade: Jordan Holbert
6th Grade: Lilly Large
7th Grade: Edith Mrdja
8th Grade: James Hoopingerner
9th Grade: Brayden McGinnis
10th Grade: Anthony Barfay
11th Grade: Lane Cottrell
12th Grade: Joel Harrah
Riverton Parke Jr./Sr. High School 'Students of the Month' are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy; they celebrate their SOM selection with pizza and a certificate!
Student Council Homecoming Barn Dance🎃🍁🏈
When: Friday, September 18, 2026, after the game until 11:30 PM
Entry: $3 per person or $5 per couple
What to Expect: DJ, Dancing, Kersey’s Haunted Hayride, Pumpkin Painting, Games, Food, Hot Cocoa, and Prizes!
Throw on your coziest fall outfit: a flannel, jeans, RP gear, or even a casual dress if you want to dress up a bit, or just wear whatever you feel best in. Grab your friends and get excited! Please reach out to the student council or Miss Hartzler with any questions.
If you are bringing a date from another school, make sure to grab a guest form from the main office!
When: Friday, September 18, 2026, after the game until 11:30 PM
Entry: $3 per person or $5 per couple
What to Expect: DJ, Dancing, Kersey’s Haunted Hayride, Pumpkin Painting, Games, Food, Hot Cocoa, and Prizes!
Throw on your coziest fall outfit: a flannel, jeans, RP gear, or even a casual dress if you want to dress up a bit, or just wear whatever you feel best in. Grab your friends and get excited! Please reach out to the student council or Miss Hartzler with any questions.
If you are bringing a date from another school, make sure to grab a guest form from the main office!
